The City of Miami Springs is celebrating 100 years in 2025. The small airport town is kicking off its centennial celebration tonight with a reception at the historic home of the city’s founder.
Miami Springs was founded by aviator and entrepreneur Glenn Curtiss, famous for breaking the land speed record on a motorbike in 1907. It earned him the title of fastest man on earth. At the city’s fundraiser kickoff event, they’ll celebrate Curtiss with a history presentation and a replica of his record-breaking bike.
The cocktail event will be held at the Curtiss Mansion starting at 6 p.m.
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